BENT ARM LATERAL RAISE

HOW TO DO BENT ARM LATERAL RAISE

Starting Position:

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

2. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing your body, and let your arms hang at your sides.

Bent Arm Position:

1. Bend your elbows at a 90-degree angle, so your upper arms are parallel to the ground and your forearms are perpendicular.

Lifting the Weights:

1. Keeping your elbows bent at 90 degrees, raise your arms out to the sides until your upper arms are parallel to the ground.

2. Focus on using your shoulder muscles to lift the weights, avoiding the use of your back or traps.

Controlled Descent:

1. Lower the weights back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.

Repeat:

Perform the desired number of repetitions.

TIPS:

• Avoid using momentum to lift the weights; prioritize controlled movements.

• Choose a weight that challenges you while allowing for proper form.

• Aim to bring your upper arms parallel to the ground; avoid lifting the weights too high.

• If new to the exercise, start with the standard lateral raise to build shoulder strength and control before progressing to the Bent Arm variation.

BENEFITS OF BENT ARM LATERAL RAISE:

1. Lateral Deltoid Targeting: The primary focus of the exercise is on the lateral deltoid, enhancing shoulder width and appearance.

2. Scapular Stabilization: The bent arm position engages muscles around the shoulder blades, promoting better shoulder function and posture.

3. Variety in Workouts: Introducing the Bent Arm Lateral Raise adds variety to shoulder routines, preventing plateaus and maintaining interest.

4. Muscle Isolation: By isolating the lateral deltoids and activating stabilizing muscles, the exercise aids in sculpting defined shoulder muscles, ideal for achieving shredded shoulder heads.

MUSCLE GROUPS

Primary:

Shoulders

Equipment:

Dumbbells